Other than texture and form, colour is one of the most important aspects of a garden. This factor is probably on top of the list of every gardener or landscape artist. Tackling colours seemingly appear simple, but it requires a great deal of planning and not to mention, an artistic acuity. Once you’ve planned the […]
Every single part of the home, both inside and out, has to be fit and safe for your children. As the outdoors present many learning opportunities to your kids, it makes perfect sense to let the young ones experience nature first-hand. Turning your garden into a little piece of paradise can be a bit overwhelming, […]
Daring to be a bit extraordinary can be highly rewarding, and with these fun features, you can bring life to your otherwise ordinary landscape: Moon Gate If you want to cultivate a mystical mood in your garden, a moon gate is what you need. No matter what landscape you have, the curved shape of the […]
You may not think you’ll ever be a gardener because you once tried growing tomatoes and ended up with disastrous results. You may also point out that you do not have enough room or free time to build a garden. Whatever your reason for not being a gardener, here at Oakleigh Manor, we have counterarguments […]
Today’s lifestyle has put more emphasis on what we do indoors. Outdoor spaces have become simple attractions. According to a collection of reports from the BBC, this lifestyle change has made a significant impact on younger generations, with children having fewer interactions with nature. Fortunately, you could start bringing the green at home with a […]
A beautiful garden is an owner’s pride. As one of the UK’s leading providers of reliable landscape and gardern maintenance services, Oakleigh Manor will keep your small or large garden healthy and looking great. Caring for your garden doesn’t stop at planting the right species of plants, and decorating the soroundings with additional garden features. […]
Fruit and vegetable gardens are in full production during summer. Filled with ripe tomatoes, strawberries, and other fruits and vegetables, these gardens can take over both the yard and the kitchen. It’s no wonder that come autumn, most people are looking forward to relaxing indoors with seed catalogues in hand. Rather than continuing to nurture […]
Why native trees? ‘Native’ means that these trees are ‘at home’ in Britain: they’ve grown here for thousands of years! So if you live in the UK, plant these trees because they help native insects and other animals to survive. 10 trees you should plant in your garden Alder, Alnus glutinosa A quick-growing, nitrogen-fixing, insect-harbouring, bird-loving […]
Gardeners always find unique and fun challenges when exploring rock garden ideas. Rock gardening is an interesting subgroup in the art of landscaping. Recreating the Pennine or Alpine landscapes in miniature scale, complete with small perennials and delicate but sturdy bulbs and shrubs, offers plenty of challenges and rewards to gardeners. Here are some ideas […]
Irrigation is necessary to maintain the value and beauty of your garden. While there are many ways to water your plants and flowers, doing this by hand is exhausting and time-consuming. The key is to have an innovative irrigation system to make your gardening convenient. Our irrigation systems do more than just water plants. They […]
